Veratrum viride

False Hellebore, American False Hellebore, Indian Poke

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Family: Melanthiaceae

Mid-Atlantic bloom time: June - August

False Hellebore is usually found in wet seeps or swampy areas in the mountains.

It is reported to be highly toxic if ingested, causing nausea and vomiting, and if not evacuated, it can lead to death.

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